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Pre-war buildings in NYC

This page provides a comprehensive overview of pre-war buildings in NYC, with over 134,853+ buildings to explore. These buildings, known for their unique architectural features and historical significance, often come with specific characteristics and amenities worth considering. Openigloo empowers renters with insights through building reviews, data on tenant experiences, and a rich Q&A resource. This way, you can make informed decisions when searching for your next apartment.

Pre-war buildings in NYC

Showing 120,817–120,834 of 134,852 pre-war buildings in NYC.

86 South 4 Street

86 South 4 Street

4.4(2)

Williamsburg

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
106 8 Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

106 8 Avenue

3.0(2)

Chelsea

1 eviction
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
462 Pulaski Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

462 Pulaski Street

3.9(2)

Stuyvesant Heights

1 eviction
4 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
322 East   39 Street
Good cause

322 East 39 Street

4.2(2)

Murray Hill

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
701 Avenue C
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

701 Avenue C

2.5(2)

Kensington

2 evictions
127 open violations
10 litigation cases
Bedbug history
808 Driggs Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

808 Driggs Avenue

3.6(2)

Williamsburg

No evictions
21 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
96 Greenpoint Avenue
Good cause

96 Greenpoint Avenue

3.7(2)

Greenpoint

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
191 Grand Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

191 Grand Street

3.6(2)

Little Italy

No evictions
1 open violation
No litigation history
No bedbug history
925 St Marks Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

925 St Marks Avenue

2.1(2)

Crown Heights

2 evictions
154 open violations
3 litigation cases
No bedbug history
343 East 21 Street
Good cause

343 East 21 Street

3.7(2)

Gramercy Park

No evictions
3 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
246 Manhattan Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

246 Manhattan Avenue

4.3(2)

South Harlem

No evictions
3 open violations
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history
36 Monroe Place
Good cause

36 Monroe Place

4.0(2)

Brooklyn Heights

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
11 Broadway Terrace
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

11 Broadway Terrace

3.1(2)

Fort George

1 eviction
31 open violations
1 litigation case
No bedbug history
35 West 19 Street
Rent-stabilized

35 West 19 Street

2.2(2)

Flatiron

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
1683 University Avenue
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

1683 University Avenue

3.6(2)

Morris Heights

6 evictions
7 open violations
6 litigation cases
No bedbug history
215 East 77 Street

215 East 77 Street

3.4(2)

Lenox Hill

No evictions
No open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
639 40 Street
Rent-stabilized

639 40 Street

2.8(1)

Sunset Park

No evictions
2 open violations
No litigation history
No bedbug history
174 Thompson Street
Rent-stabilized
Good cause

174 Thompson Street

4.3(2)

Greenwich Village

2 evictions
1 open violation
2 litigation cases
No bedbug history

What to check before choosing a pre-war building in NYC

  • Expect unique architectural details like moldings, hardwood floors, and high ceilings in pre-war buildings.
  • Confirm the building's condition and any renovation history, as these can vary significantly in older constructions.
  • Check for any building rules regarding pets, renovations, or shared amenities before signing a lease.
  • Be aware of potential maintenance issues that may arise in older buildings, and verify how the management handles them.
  • Explore tenant reviews on Openigloo for firsthand experiences living in pre-war buildings.

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